What is the Unification Church and why did a Japanese court order it dissolved?
A controversial South Korean church with powerful political connections faces dissolution in Japan after a Tokyo court issued an order to revoke its legal status
Magnitude 4.9 earthquake jolts Pangandaran, West Java
An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.9 on Tuesday shook Pangandaran District, a region renowned for its surfing spots ...
Minister advises citizens to begin Eid homecoming journeys earlier
Transportation Minister Dudy Purwagandhi encouraged people to depart earlier for the 2025 Eid al-Fitr homecoming ...
India, China may seek to meddle in election: Canada
The Canadian Security Intelligence Service made its comments at a time when Ottawa's relations with both India and China are chilly
Baznas to distribute 168,750 rice sacks nationwide for Zakat al-Fitr
The National Alms Agency (Baznas) of Indonesia announced its plans to distribute 168,750 sacks of rice, each weighing ...
South Korea struggles to contain deadly wildfires
Deadly wildfires in South Korea worsen, with thousands evacuated and historic artefacts protected, as dry, windy weather hampers containment efforts
Trumps Tariff Threat Puts India at Risk
Trump said that the 25 per cent tariffs will come into force on April 2, when he plans to impose reciprocal tariffs on all countries.reports Asian Lite News US President Donald Trumps warning of a 25% tariff on exports from countries importing Venezuelan oil could affect India, which is already worried about possible reciprocal US taxes next month. Trump announced on Truth Social on Monday that any country that purchases Oil and/or Gas from Venezuela will be forced to pay a Tariff of 25 per cent to the United States on any Trade they do with our Country. India imported
Covid five years on: How BBC journalists covered the crisis in India
From highways to hospitals and funeral grounds - here's how we covered the pandemic that ravaged India.
India Pushes for UNSC Reform for Lasting Peace
India Calls for Urgent UNSC Reforms to Ensure Lasting Peace and Strengthen Political Support for Peacekeeping Effortsreports Asian Lite News India has emphasised that Security Council reform is crucial for achieving lasting peace in conflict zones, as political solutions must ultimately complement peacekeeping efforts. Peacekeeping cannot be the sole solution to conflicts, Indias Permanent Representative P. Harish told the Security Council (UNSC) on Monday. Peace holds when peacekeeping operations are accompanied by political solutions, and for this, it is imperative to reform the UNSC in both categories (of membership, permanent and elected) to make it more reflective and representative of
India Slams Pakistan Over J&K at UN
Indias retort came after Syed Tariq Fatemi, the Special Assistant to the Pakistan Prime Minister, spoke on Jammu and Kashmir during a discussion on the future of UN Peacekeeping at the Security Councilreports Asian Lite News India on Tuesday said Pakistan continued to illegally occupy part of Jammu and Kashmir, and must vacate the territory while slamming the neighbouring country for its repeated references to J&K at a United Nations debate on peacekeeping reforms. Speaking at the Security Council, Indias Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, said the remarks were unwarranted and reiterated that the region was, is,
KAI accommodates 689,274 passengers during first 4 days of Eid travel
State-owned railway company PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) recorded 689,274 train passengers in Java and Sumatra ...
Indonesia using SIINas to check industrial greenhouse gas emissions
Indonesia's Ministry of Industry called on domestic companies in the manufacturing industry to submit reports on ...
Minister Setiadi urges prudence in Red and White Village Cooperatives
Cooperatives Minister Budi Arie Setiadi emphasized the importance of adhering to the principles of transparency, ...
Magnitude 6.7 quake shakes New Zealand's South Island
Residents in Southland and Fiordland regions warned of strong currents after 6.7 magnitude earthquake off New Zealands South Island
- Madison International Realty, a leading real estate private equity firm, announced that it has further expanded its ...
U.N. to reduce staff in Gaza, blaming Israel for a strike that killed its employee
The United Nations has said it will reduce its footprint in the Gaza Strip after an Israeli tank strike hit one of its compounds last week, killing one staffer and wounding five others
South Sudan teetering on edge of renewed civil war, says U.N. envoy
U.N. official warns South Sudan on brink of civil war, urges leaders to prioritise peace over conflict.
'It felt like war': BBC journalists recall horrors of India's Covid lockdown
BBC reporters reflect on their experiences covering the pandemic while living through it.
Ukraine to meet with U.S. delegation in Saudi Arabia on March 23: Ukraines broadcast channel
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said representatives from Ukraine and the U.S. will meet again, although he did not specify when
U.S. holds separate talks with Russians after meeting Ukrainians to discuss a potential ceasefire
While the White House said energy and infrastructure would be covered, the Kremlin declared that the agreement referred more narrowly to energy infrastructure
81% of TB cases successfully detected in 2024: ministry
As many as 81 percent of tuberculosis (TB) cases in Indonesia were successfully identified in 2024, with 90 percent of ...
SNI, SIH certifications expand positive impact of steel downstreaming
The Ministry of Industry has said that the application of the Indonesian National Standard (SNI) and Green Industry ...
US withdrawal to not affect JETP funding: minister
The United States' withdrawal from the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) will not affect the funding ...
President Prabowo appoints 31 diplomats, figures as envoys
President Prabowo Subianto inaugurated 31 figures and diplomats as ambassadors of the Republic of Indonesia to foreign ...
Hamas official Ismail Barhoum killed in Israeli strike on Gaza hospital, says militant group source
Israels Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed in a statement that Ismail Barhoum had been targeted in the strike
RI Govt prepares collaboration to strengthen TB Alert Villages
Indonesia's Health Ministry is carrying out collaboration to bolster the implementation of Tuberculosis (TB) Alert ...
The long-term care robot portal site management office released the English version of the Long-term Care Tech ...
Govt plans tougher action to rein in plastic waste producers
Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq on Monday shared his plan to seek lawful compensation from producers of goods ...
Envision Energy Pioneers Large-Scale Application of In-House Sliding Bearings with Zero Failures
Envision Energy, a world-leading green technology company, recently announced its in-house developed and manufactured ...
Official confirms all Umrah bus crash victims' burial in Saudi Arabia
The Indonesian Consulate General (KJRI) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, confirmed that six Umrah pilgrims who lost their lives ...
Govt mulls using e-motorbike taxis for free meals delivery
The government is considering a plan to involve online motorcycle taxi drivers in the distribution of Free Nutritious ...
Roeslani confident Danantara members will help boost economy
Investment and Downstreaming Minister Rosan Perkasa Roeslani has expressed confidence that the newly announced members ...
Prabowo to inaugurate 31 envoys at State Palace
President Prabowo Subianto was scheduled to inaugurate 31 extraordinary and plenipotentiary ambassadors (LBBP) of the ...
Abused, forced to work: Grappling as a trafficked victim in Myanmar
Ilham Fajrian, a man from Jakarta and a victim of human trafficking in Myanmar, described his emotions as a sense of ...
Bali introduces comprehensive guidelines for foreign tourists
The Bali Provincial Government issued Circular Letter (SE) Number 7 of 2025 containing new regulations for foreign ...
High Court in Pakistan restores jailed former PM Imran Khan's bi-weekly meetings with visitors
The three-member Islamabad High Court bench, which heard at least 26 petitions related to the visitation rights and jail conditions of Khan, 72, ordered authorities to arrange Khan's two meetings on two different days
RI Govt has used Rp13.6 trillion for Jan-Feb power discounts
Indonesia's Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati has revealed that the state utilized a budget of Rp13.6 trillion ...
DEN meets domestic investors for discussions on economic conditions
Chairman of the National Economic Council (DEN) Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan met with domestic investors to discuss the ...
World Cup qualifiers: Indonesia ready to face Bahrain
The Indonesian national football team is prepared to take on Bahrain in the eighth match of Group C in the third round ...
Danantara announces complete management structure
Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, announced its complete management structure in Jakarta on Monday, ...
WHO Calls for Urgent Steps to Eradicate TB
Every year, 10 million people fall ill with TB. Despite being a preventable and curable disease, 1.5 million people die from TB each year making it the worlds top infectious killer.reports Asian Lite News The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday urged countries to take urgent and decisive action to eliminate Tuberculosis (TB) by 2030. This is especially urgent in the WHO Western Pacific region, where nearly one in every five TB cases occur, the WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific said in its press release on World TB Day, falling on March 24 every year. With an
Indonesia to halt immigration services during Eid-Nyepi holiday period
Indonesia's Ministry of Immigration and Corrections has announced plans to suspend all administrative immigration ...
Meizu Returns to Vietnam, Accelerating Southeast Asia Market Expansion
Meizu, in collaboration with Geely Auto, held a product launch event inVietnamonMarch 21, ...
Ministry detects 889 thousand TB cases by March 2025: Official
The Ministry of Health reported identifying 889 thousand Tuberculosis (TB) cases as of early March 2025, achieving 81 ...
Antaisolar Strengthens Global Production Capacity with Binzhou Factory Opening
Antaisolar, expert in digital intelligent PV mounting system solutions, has officially launched its Binzhou factory in ...
Highland Papua: Ministry to meet family of teacher killed in violence
Primary and Secondary Education Minister Abdul Mu'ti said his side is intent on meeting with the family of the ...
Chang Gung Memorial Hospital Advances Minimally Invasive Surgery with Robotic Technology
As the demand for surgical precision and faster patient recovery continues to grow, smart healthcare has achieved ...
Venezuelans flown home as U.S. deportation flights resume
A plane carrying the deportees touched down on March 24 at Maiquetia International Airport outside the capital Caracas
Homecoming flow to peak on March 28: KAI
President Director of state railway company PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI), Didiek Hartantyo, stated that the peak of ...
Indonesia restores order in Highland Papua after attack on teachers
The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) swiftly moved to restore security and order following an attack on six ...
Study Links Type 2 Diabetes to Increased Risk of Obesity-Related Cancers
Significantly higher risks were found for certain types of cancer. New-onset T2D was associated with a 27 percent increased risk of bowel cancer in men and a 34 percent increased risk in women Previous studies have indicated a connection between type 2 diabetes and a higher likelihood of developing obesity-related cancers. However, it has been challenging to determine whether these associations are causal. A recent study has revealed a link between type 2 diabetes (T2D) and an increased risk of certain cancers that are related to obesity. The findings highlight a significant rise in the risk for specific cancers, but
BRIN develops technology to convert plastic into fuel
The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Banjarnegara District Government, and Banjarnegara Waste Bank (BSB) ...
BNN, ministry join forces to safeguard migrant workers security system
The National Narcotics Agency (BNN) teamed up with the Ministry of Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers (P2MI) to ...
Minister Pigai contacts NTT, Highland Papua after insurgent attack
Human Rights Minister Natalius Pigai has established communication with the provincial governments of East Nusa ...
Russian drones, glide bombs stretch Ukraine front, escalate tensions
Equipped with wings to help them glide over dozens of kilometres, the bombs are part of an arsenal developed by Russia to let it hit deeper into Ukrainian territory and stretch the front line
U.S. alleges Columbia student covered up his work for UNRWA
U.S. accuses pro-Palestinian activist Khalil of withholding UNRWA affiliation on visa application, halts deportation pending hearing
Malaysia to tighten semiconductor regulations under US pressure: Report
Malaysia plans to tighten regulations on semiconductors as it comes under U.S. pressure to staunch the flow to China of chips crucial to the development of artificial intelligence, the Financial Times reported
India-China relations: Modi's hope for a thaw amid uncertain geopolitics
India and China are natural competitors but developments in strained ties can help with easing diplomatic tensions.
Zelenskyy says must push Putin to stop strikes, halt invasion
Ukrainian President Zelenskyysays Russia is the only one who is dragging this war out
Germany approves $3.25 Bn in new Ukraine military aid
The money is earmarked for defence equipment for the country fighting Russian forces, including munitions, drones, armored vehicles and air-defence systems Germany approved three billion euros ($3.25 billion) in new military aid for Ukraine just days before planned US-brokered talks with Moscow and Kyiv on a limited truce. The money is earmarked for defence equipment for the country fighting Russian forces, including munitions, drones, armored vehicles and air-defence systems. The parliaments budget committee gave the green light for the funds, which had been on hold for months amid discord in the coalition government of outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz. But the
Gov't committed to ensure press freedom: PCO
Head of the Presidential Communications Office (PCO), Hasan Nasbi, emphasized the governments commitment to ...
Govt drives expansion of Indonesian creative product markets
Ministries of Creative Economy and Trade have launched a collaborative initiative aimed at significantly expanding ...
Indonesia eyes foreign loans to drive national development
Deputy Minister of National Development Planning (Bappenas), Febrian Alphyanto Ruddyard, affirmed that foreign loans ...
Govt aims to empower families beyond aid dependency
Minister of Social Affairs Saifullah Yusuf is shifting the focus from direct social assistance to empowering ...
Ministry highlights women's key role in disaster management
The Ministry of National Development Planning has emphasized the critical role of women in all stages of disaster ...
US revokes legal status for 500,000 immigrants
The order affects around 532,000 Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans who came to the US under a scheme launched in October 2022 by Joe Biden The United States has said it was terminating the legal status of hundreds of thousands of immigrants, giving them weeks to leave the country. President Donald Trump has pledged to carry out the largest deportation campaign in US history and curb immigration, mainly from Latin American nations. The order affects around 532,000 Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans who came to the United States under a scheme launched in October 2022 by Trumps predecessor Joe Biden
The two leaders exchanged greetings and best wishes for the remainder of the holy month of Ramadan and engaged in cordial conversation reflecting the strength of the close ties between their two nations President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in Cairo on a fraternal visit to the Arab Republic of Egypt. Upon their arrival at Cairo International Airport, His Highness and the accompanying delegation were received by His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. During a brief reception in the VIP lounge at the airport, His Excellency President El-Sisi warmly welcomed His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed
Free meal program five times weekly in Highland Papua
The National Food Agency (BGN) has announced that the Free Nutritious Meal Program (MBG) in Highland Papua province ...
0-76 from four overs - Archer sets unwanted IPL bowling record
England fast bowler Jofra Archer achieves an unwanted record for the most expensive bowling figures in the history of the Indian Premier League - with 0-76 from four overs.
Pope Francis appearance came before he was due to be released and return home to the Vatican for a two-month period of rest and convalescence.
Minister supports creative economy players to penetrate global market
Trade Minister Budi Santoso is encouraging players in the creative economy industry to expand their reach into the ...
Eid Exodus 2025: Ministry pledges safety and ease for travelers
The Ministry of Transportation has pledged to deliver a smooth Eid transportation experience in 2025, outlining its ...
East Java: Some 15 thousand inmates proposed for Eid remission
A total of 15,086 Muslim inmates in East Java have been proposed to receive special remission in commemoration of Eid ...
Ombudsman to strengthen supervision of social assistance
The Indonesian Ombudsman will enhance its oversight of social assistance programs to ensure their accuracy and tangible ...
Police advises public to not use two-wheeled vehicles for homecoming
Head of the National Police Traffic Corps, Inspector General Agus Suryonugroho, has advised the public traveling home ...
Govt ensures safe food availability until Eid al-Fitr
Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman ensured that food availability is safe and the prices are affordable until ...
A court is now set to decide whether the popular Opposition figure will be charged and jailed pending a trial
Drivers' health important in creating transportation safety: Minister
Minister of Transportation Dudy Purwagandhi emphasized the importance of drivers health in ensuring safety in ...
Bangladesh request for Muhammad Yunus-PM Modi meeting under consideration, Parliamentary panel told
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar was also learnt to have told the meeting that SAARC was inactive because of Pakistan's approach and thus India is trying to strengthen BIMSTEC
Bangladesh Polls: Will Hindu Votes Be Decisive?
Traditionally, a large segment of the Hindu electorate has supported the Awami League, viewing it as a party committed to secularism and minority protectionreports Rudra Mukherjee In democratic societies, minority voters often emerge as a decisive factor in elections when they constitute between five to 15 per cent of the electorate. Their voting preferences can significantly influence election outcomes, determining which party ascends to power. This phenomenon can be observed in countries like the United States, France, India, and the United Kingdom. In the United States, minority voters including African Americans, Latinos, and Asian Americans make up nearly
Pay Hike for Ministers, Struggles for Citizens
Sharif has been calling on Pakistanis to tighten their expenditures due to excessive taxes, asserting that it is a recovery phase for the country.writes Hamza Ameer The Shehbaz Sharif-led Pakistani government, which had initially made tall claims about launching austerity plans and cutting down on expenditures, has approved a staggering 188 per cent increase in the salaries of cabinet ministers, ministers of state and advisors. The massive U-turn comes at a time when the country is going through a major financial crisis and the salaried class remains burdened with high taxations, job loss, inflation, high fuel cost, high electricity price,
Kohli and Salts power-hitting masterclass propels RCB to a dominant win over defending champions KKR in the IPL 2025 opener. Fifties from Virat Kohli (59 not out) and Phil Salt (56) went hard in power-play to set the base for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to chase down 175 and beat defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by seven wickets in the first game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) IPL 2025 at the Eden Gardens here on Saturday. After Krunal Pandyas 3-29 and Josh Hazlewoods 2-22 helped RCB stage a spirited comeback and restrict KKR to 174/8, Salt and
MS Dhoni: The 43-year-old Indian cricket icon gears up for another IPL
Dhoni, who turns 44 in July, is playing his 18th straight IPL season. Will this be his swansong?
Russia accuses unfriendly state of planning the 2024 Moscow concert hall assault
One year since the Moscow concert hall attack killed 145 people, Russian officials claim it was planned and organized by the special services of an unfriendly state.
Kohli and Salt lead RCB to victory in IPL opener
Virat Kohli and Phil Salt's opening stand of 95 helps Royal Challengers Bangalore beat Kolkata Knight Riders in the opening match of the 2025 IPL.
Indonesian govt projects 146.48 mln Eid travelers, down 24 percent
Indonesia's Ministry of Transportation has projected that a total of 146.48 million people will travel during ...
Indonesia intensifies clean energy, EV cooperation with South Korea
Indonesia is enhancing cooperation with South Korea in the clean energy and electric vehicle (EV) sector to help ...
Indonesia's Soekarno-Hatta operates 98 auto gates for Eid travel
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten, is operating 98 auto gates to streamline immigration ...
Three killed, one injured in hand grenade explosion in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Police investigate fatal hand grenade explosion in under-construction house in Parachinar, Pakistan
Prabowo lays foundation for Golden Indonesia 2045, says minister
Indonesia's Minister of National Development Planning, Rachmat Pambudy, praised President Prabowo Subiantos ...
